Dream Team Networking - BNI

Dream Team Networking - BNI Increase business with referral marketing that enables us to develop long-term, meaningful relationships with quality business professionals.
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08/31/2026

Another strong Thursday morning with the BNI Dream Team in Walnut Creek. It was great to see a full room of local professionals sharing ideas, making connections, and looking for ways to help one another grow.

One of the best lessons was the importance of getting back to the fundamentals: show up consistently, learn what other members do, build real relationships, and follow through. Accountability matters, but so does helping newer members succeed….. because when individual members grow, the entire group becomes stronger.

Members also shared practical advice for the local community:

• Keep your business name, phone number, hours, location and services consistent across your website, Google Business Profile, social media and online directories so customers…. and search engines…. can trust the information.

• If your fitness progress has reached a plateau, a focused change in training may help you begin moving forward again.

• Plan remodeling and flooring projects early, even if you are several months away from starting.

• End-of-summer solar-panel cleaning can help remove accumulated dust and pollen before the rainy season.

• Families of college athletes receiving NIL income should get qualified financial guidance early.

We also talked about professionals we would like to meet and refer, including CPAs and tax advisors, estate and probate attorneys, general contractors and tradespeople, acupuncturists, massage therapists, nutritionists, professional organizers and senior-care professionals.

If you’re a local business owner or professional who values relationships, accountability and trusted referrals, send us a message and join us at an upcoming BNI Dream Team meeting in Walnut Creek!



08/19/2026

The best referrals often begin by recognizing the right moment to make an introduction.

At this week’s BNI Dream Team meeting, our featured speaker, Courtney Khashabi - State Farm Insurance Agent, shared several situations that may signal someone should review their auto insurance:

🔵 They recently purchased a vehicle

🔵 Their insurance rates increased

🔵 A teenager is beginning to drive

🔵 They haven’t reviewed their coverage in years

🔵 Their family, business or financial situation has changed

We also heard practical advice from our members about preparing homes for fall, planning remodeling projects early, building sustainable fitness habits, protecting business income and strengthening the trust signals on a company’s website.

The Dream Team is currently looking to connect with attorneys, CPAs, skilled-trade professionals and health and wellness providers.

Would you like to build relationships with trusted local professionals and learn how BNI can help grow your business through referrals? Send us a message to visit an upcoming Dream Team meeting in Walnut Creek!

08/11/2026

Every week, members of the BNI Dream Team share practical knowledge that helps us better understand their businesses and recognize referral opportunities.

At our latest meeting, we learned:

• How California weather affects hardwood flooring

• Why families should review insurance when adding a new driver

• When to begin planning holiday home improvements

• How ash and pollen can affect solar-panel performance

• Why mobility is an important part of long-term fitness

BNI is more than exchanging business cards. It’s about learning from trusted local professionals, building meaningful relationships and helping one another grow through referrals.

We’re currently looking to connect with probate and estate-planning attorneys, skilled-trade professionals, massage therapists and acupuncturists.

If you’d like to learn more about the Dream Team and experience a meeting, send us a message. We’d love to have you visit!



08/05/2026

In this week's edition of MEET THE MEMBERS, we get to know Pete Zipkin from Elegant Flooring Design Center - hear his advice on what NOT to do when looking for a new flooring solution. Trust Pete, he's the best!

07/08/2026

Great meeting last week with the BNI Dream Team.

We were glad to welcome our visitors, Bernz Bayabo (https://www.bernzbayabo.com/) and Jenny Umali (https://purplelighthealingandcoaching.com), and give them a chance to experience what makes our chapter different: real relationships, trusted referrals, one-to-ones, testimonials, and members helping each other grow.

Al Varga from WSI - Varga Group gave the featured presentation and shared a personal message about lifelong learning, health span, and why business owners need to take care of themselves as intentionally as they take care of their businesses.

That is one of the best parts of BNI. We are not just here to exchange business cards. We are here to get to know each other, learn from each other, and build the kind of trust that leads to better referrals and stronger businesses.

Who do you know who could benefit from a network of trusted professionals? Tag them below or invite them to visit one of our upcoming meetings. We'd love to meet them!

06/22/2026

On this week's edition of MEET THE MEMBERS, we learn a super tip from super insurance agency Courtney Khashabi - State Farm Insurance Agent. Hint - getting full coverage may leave you feeling less than full!

06/12/2026

BNI is not just a leads group. It is a relationships group.

That was one of the most important reminders from this week’s BNI Dream Team meeting!

The strongest referrals do not usually come from handing someone a business card or giving the perfect sales pitch. They come from building trust over time: showing up consistently, learning about each other’s businesses, meeting one-to-one, and becoming confident enough to tell someone:

“You need to call this person. I know them, I trust them, and they will take care of you.”

Our Dream Team members have generated more than $146,000 in closed business since October 1, but the relationships behind those referrals are just as important as the numbers.

This week, we also welcomed visitors and learned more about the businesses they are working to grow. We are continuing to expand the chapter and would especially like to meet local professionals in the trades, attorneys, and other business owners who believe in building long-term relationships.

Are you looking for a more effective way to grow your business through trusted local connections?

Join us at an upcoming BNI Dream Team meeting in Walnut Creek!

This week at BNI Dream Team, our very own Chris Caballero of CC Home Services shared what makes a great referral for his...
06/04/2026

This week at BNI Dream Team, our very own Chris Caballero of CC Home Services shared what makes a great referral for his handyman business.

Chris specializes in the small jobs that larger contractors often pass on and prides himself on giving honest, practical advice. If a project isn’t the best long-term solution, he’ll tell homeowners upfront.

One helpful tip he shared: don’t ignore flickering lights! They could be a sign of a bigger electrical issue.

Know someone who needs reliable home repairs or maintenance? Chris is your guy!

05/29/2026

What makes a networking group worth visiting?

It is not just the number of people in the room. It is the quality of the relationships.

At our BNI Dream Team meeting this week, we were reminded that BNI is not just a leads group. It is a relationships group. Referrals happen when people take the time to know, like, and trust each other!

Mitch McCay with Total Solar Cleaning shared a great example. He told the story of helping move several extremely heavy and meaningful stone pieces from a property in Hillsborough after the original crane plan did not work. His team had to problem-solve, work long hours, and find a way to get it done safely.

That kind of story shows more than what someone does. It shows how they work.

That is what our group is about: local professionals learning about each other, building trust, and helping each other grow.

Who do you know who would benefit from visiting a room full of trusted local business owners who are actively looking to help each other succeed?

05/27/2026

Shopping for new flooring? Don't make the same mistake Al did!🔥🔥

Our very own Maricela Hernandez at Best Floors, Inc. weighs in on what to consider when choosing flooring. Her answer may surprise you...

Contact Mari today for more tips on how to get the most out of your flooring!

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